India, March 29 -- In a move aimed at boosting transparency and public participation, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) will allow citizens to monitor its annual desilting operations through a dedicated online dashboard. The platform will provide real-time updates, including photographs and video clips of silt removal from major drains across the city.

Municipal commissioner Bhushan Gagrani, who recently reviewed the pre-monsoon preparedness works, said the initiative is intended to enable residents to track progress in their areas and ensure accountability in the critical drain-cleaning exercise ahead of the rains.

Gagrani has directed civic officials to ensure that silt removed from drains is cleared within 48 hours to prev...